Otilia Drăgan
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A master’s in International Relations, as well as working in online media for more than five years, have given her a deeper perspective on how people everywhere can inspire each other.
Homes on wheels, aircraft or boats, these fresh, sometimes quirky, ideas from all over the world are worth sharing.
Rusty Train Car Is a Gorgeous Tiny House in Disguise, Entirely Solar Powered
10 Oct 2022, 00:37 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Restoring old train cars and turning them into modern, comfortable tiny homes is probably one of the best ideas that people in the eco-tourism industry have made popular. A piece of history gains a second life. Guests learn more about past times an...
Millionaire Sailed This $13M Yacht to a Special Place, on an Epic Family Adventure
10 Oct 2022, 00:02 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Not everyone has the same idea of what a “family boat” should be and do. For some, it’s all about lavish luxuries and lazy days in well-known exotic heavens. For others, adventure and explorations are the keywords. Aptly named...
Swedish Home on Wheels Maya Offers 204 Square Feet of Blissful Tiny Living
6 Oct 2022, 23:00 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Maya means “illusion” in Sanskrit, but don’t worry, this tiny home is as real and down to Earth as it gets. Scandinavian builders have mastered the art of tiny dwellings boasting a minimalistic style, and this Swedish home on whee...
Croatian Tycoon’s Seventh Superyacht Is a Sight to Behold, Flaunts a Flybridge Jacuzzi
6 Oct 2022, 22:52 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / When you’re born into a family with a deeply-rooted boating history, and in a place like gorgeous Croatia, it’s no wonder that you end up becoming what they call a serial yacht owner. This nautical tourism mogul’s most recent addi...
French Electric Aircraft With a Unique Recycled Cabin Is a Serious Game-Changer
6 Oct 2022, 22:33 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / With UAM (Urban Air Mobility) still in its early days, we haven’t even seen the most spectacular innovations yet. Switching from conventional propulsion to electric or at least hybrid alternatives is just the first step, but there’s mor...
ZeroAvia Just Made a Strategic Move to Skyrocket the Development of Hydrogen Aircraft
6 Oct 2022, 22:26 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / If there’s one manufacturer that makes the idea of hydrogen-electric aviation credible and sustainable, that’s ZeroAvia. The UK-based company that’s developing powertrains for future green commercial airliners knows how important ...
This Camper Boasts Outstanding Luxury in Total Isolation, Even Has Two Smart TVs
6 Oct 2022, 21:16 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Not everyone is a fan of standard camping sites. Despite the obvious benefits, they can get too crowded. On the hand, giving up basic amenities such as hot water and air conditioning in order to spend time somewhere remote, with no folks around, do...
Demand for Superyachts in Dubai to Watch the Upcoming Qatar World Cup Is Off the Charts
6 Oct 2022, 21:05 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / If you can’t be exactly where all the action is, watching it on big TV screens onboard a luxury yacht seems like an awesome alternative. Millionaires docking their fabulous superyachts at prestigious sports events have already established a t...
A320neo Kicks Off Flight Tests Powered by Pratt & Whitney’s New GTF Advantage
6 Oct 2022, 04:46 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Even the greatest new-generation airliner is nothing without the right engines. The Pratt & Whitney GTF family already built a solid reputation in the industry, and now the new GTF Advantage, currently under certification, is taking that even h...
Watch This Land Yacht Hit a Salt Lake for the First Time, Ready to Smash Speed Records
6 Oct 2022, 03:56 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / There’s a pilot, and there’s a yacht, but this is no ordinary racing, and there’s no sea in sight. Horonuku is a land yacht meant to sail on challenging salt lakes with the goal of smashing the current world record for wind-powere...
$500K Classic American Sailing Yacht Is a Powerhouse, Cruised Around the World Three Times
6 Oct 2022, 03:11 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / If you’re one of the boating enthusiasts who believe that “they don’t make them like that anymore,” you’ll definitely be impressed by this old boy. A true classic, this American has proven its worth and is still ready ...
Limited Space Doesn’t Stop This Off-Grid Tiny Home From Flaunting a Cool Rooftop Deck
6 Oct 2022, 02:29 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / This time of the year is great for glamping and trying out some new places – the weather is still forgiving, and chilly evenings are perfect for gathering around a fire pit. Then, when the night comes, gazing at the stars from your cozy bed i...
Jimmy Buffett’s Former One-of-a-Kind Rugged Explorer Still Ready for Adventure
6 Oct 2022, 01:51 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / This is no floating mansion with outrageously-lavish furniture and artworks, but a true explorer that’s comfortable enough for extended travels. Made famous by one of its previous owners, singer/songwriter Jimmy Buffett, this unique model bui...
This Versatile Tiny Home Gets the Job Done and Helps You Do the Same
6 Oct 2022, 01:08 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Many tiny homes have amazed us with their exquisite interior styling and elegant décor, but sometimes it’s more about function rather than style. Although perfectly suitable for mobile living also, this tiny house built in Canada is mo...
The Greenest Italian Luxury Explorer Flaunts Its Figure at Cannes for the First Time
5 Oct 2022, 04:39 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / One of the most spectacular superyachts delivered this year is, of course, dripping with luxury and sophistication, but there’s much more to it than that. Goga is not only Benetti’s greenest superyacht ever built, but also one of the mo...
Luxury SUV-Inspired King Air 360 to Be the Newest Queensland Police Asset
5 Oct 2022, 03:50 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Textron’s legendary Beechcraft King Air turboprop adds another important customer to the list. Starting next year, the Queensland Police Service will be operating five of these turboprops with certain modifications. Made to be versatile, the ...
The First SAF-Powered Helicopter Flight in the Offshore Wind Industry Was a Success
5 Oct 2022, 03:06 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Not just commercial jets, but also helicopters are paving the way for future green operations, powered by sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Several helicopter flights operated by this “magical” fuel have already been conducted by various...
The Pursuit Is All About Mobile Living Comfort, Has a Full Bathtub and Lovely Bedroom
5 Oct 2022, 02:17 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Some would say that, when it comes to houses on wheels, it’s not about luxury or new tech, but mainly about feeling at home and being comfortable on the road. This Canadian tiny home seems to reflect that perfectly. It feels as cozy and welco...
Swiss Millionaire Said Goodbye to His Gorgeous Superyacht After a Decade
5 Oct 2022, 01:35 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Like any luxury vehicle, superyachts thrive under the right ownership. This is how even vessels with an extensive history can continue to operate, boasting the same performance and stunning interiors as the younger generation. It seems difficult to...
Spaceship-Like Tiny House in Norway Takes Glamping to the Next Level
5 Oct 2022, 00:56 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Is it a spaceship hovering above the forest? Or a giant pine cone proudly sitting on top of a tree? Well, it’s a bit of both. And you’ll be surprised to find some remarkably luxurious amenities inside this sustainable yet ultra-modern t...